National Alliance on Mental Illness
Pomona Valley Affiliate
September Newsletter 2024
Helpline: (909) 399-0305
Available 9am to 9pm
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IN PERSON
FAMILY SUPPORT
Every First Tuesday of the Month
Cada Primer Martes del mes
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Family Support Group is here to connect you with families and friends who also have a loved one in their life that is suffering from a mental illness.
We are here to support you!
We are in this together!
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El Grupo de Apoyo familiar esta aquí para conectarte con familias y amistades de personas que sufren de una enfermedad de salud mental.
Estamos aquí para apoyarte!
Juntos se puede!
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ENGLISH GROUP
WHEN:
September 3, 2024
6:15pm - 7:30pm
WHERE:
Claremont United Church
of Christ
233 Harrison Ave
Claremont CA, 91711
Upper Room - Upstairs
If you prefer, we also have a virtual option
Link to Zoom meeting:
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GRUPO EN ESPANOL
CUANDO:
Septiembre 3, 2024
6:15pm - 7:30pm
DONDE:
Claremont United Church
of Christ
233 Harrison Ave
Claremont CA, 91711
En el "Youth Room - Refectory"
en la planta baja - tome el elevador
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PEER SUPPORT
GROUPS - CONNECTION
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NAMI Connection is a recovery support group program that offers respect, understanding, encouragement and hope. This group is a confidential and safe support group for adults living with mental health issues.
NAMI Connection groups are:
- Free and confidential
- Held weekly for 90 minutes
- Designed to connect, encourage, and support participants using a structured support group model
- Led by trained facilitators living in recovery themselves
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IN PERSON
WHEN:
1st and 3rd Friday of every month
6:30pm – 8:00pm
WHERE:
United Church of Christ
233 Harrison Ave, corner of Harvard – 2nd floor in the
Upper Room
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VIRTUAL
WHEN:
2nd and 4th or 5th Friday of every month
6:30pm – 8:00pm
WHERE:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/628987619
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*Additional Family Support *
Monthly on the 3rd Wednesdays
7pm- 8:30pm
Location:
Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church
724 E Bonita Ave,
San Dimas, CA 91773
Faith Formation (FF) Room 204-205
Here are the dates 2024:
SEPT. 18
OCT. 16
NOV. 13
DEC. 18
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!!Volunteers Needed!!
Volunteers are integral to the success of NAMI Pomona Valley.
We are currently looking for:
Helpline Volunteers
In person/ Info Table/ Community Volunteers
Peer presenter Volunteers
You may also contact the office for more details.
Phone: (909) 625-2383
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Youth / Transition Age Youth Peer Program
Help you take your first step into a paid or volunteer role supporting the mental health of young people in your community by earning your Youth/TAY Peer Support
Specialist Training Certification!
The HCAI Youth/Transition Age Youth (TAY) Peer Certification Training Program is a wonderful opportunity for you to support the mental health of young people in your community via a paid or volunteer position.
The Youth/TAY Peer Support Specialist Training program is open to two different groups:
- Youth aged 18-25 with lived experience living with a mental health condition, and who are currently in recovery
- Adult family members/caregivers who either currently support youth up to age 25 with a mental health and/or substance use condition
For more questions about the program, feel free to reach out to
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NAMI Greater
Los Angeles Conference 2024
An enriching experience for attendees. Here are five compelling reasons why you should consider participating:
- Expert insights and education
- Networking and community building
- Inspiring stories and personal journeys
- Practical tools and resources
- Awareness and advocacy
The event takes place, Friday, October 25th, 2024, and join us at The California Endowment at 1000 Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
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NAMI Virtual Town Hall Presents:
Grants Pass v. Johnson: Impact of SCOTUS Decision and Where We Go From Here
Wednesday, September 18th
4:00 – 5:30 PM ET
Join NAMI Virtual Town Hall and our panelists in discussing the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson. When the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) issued its decision in June, it upheld a city ordinance that allows communities to criminalize homelessness.
This decision has already had a nationwide impact on local communities – and it will have lasting implications for people with mental illness, already overrepresented in our criminal justice system. About 1 in 5 people experiencing homelessness have a serious mental health condition, meaning they will be disproportionately impacted by this ruling.
During this virtual town hall, attendees will hear from panelists about:
The policy and legal implications of the Grants Pass v. Johnson case
What communities are doing to ensure people receive housing, not handcuffs
Resources and opportunities to take action
Ways to get involved in their community
Reserve your spot today to stay informed about the evolving conversation around homelessness and how we can best support our unhoused neighbors.
We welcome your participation and invite you to submit questions for our guest experts through the webinar registration form.
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Podcasts & Webinars
NAMI Podcasts and Webinars are for people interested in learning more about mental health. Listen in to learn more about personal stories of hope and recovery, expert advice and research, and strategies for ending stigma and living well.
You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.
Pressure, Professional Football & Pivoting - Episode 38
NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with former NFL players Rob Robertson and Devin Funchess about their personal journeys with mental health, the pressures of professional sports and life after football.
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SEPTEMBER: Suicide Awareness & Prevention Month
If you know someone who is at immediate risk of suicide, call 911 right away. It can be difficult when someone you know expresses thoughts about suicide, but you can show support by doing the following:
- Talk. Your willingness to express your concern for the person in crisis can be the first step in getting that person help.
- Listen. Being an active listener is another way of reminding a person in crisis that they are not alone.
- Remain Present. Your physical and emotional presence in the person’s life makes a difference. If you are worried about their safety, get help from a mental health professional immediately.
- Call or text 988. Last year, 988 was activated as a new three-digit dialing code. When someone dials 988, they will be connected to the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This confidential support line is available 24 hours a day to provide free help to people in suicidal crisis or mental health-related distress.
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CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
City Council meetings cover an array of topics within local Government. With so many ongoing changes we want to make sure NAMI's voice is heard. Its time to stand up and raise our collective voices to help you and your families. When policies and programs are being decided we want to advocate for Mental Health Services, Housing and so much more. Please take the
time to see when your local city may meet and what is on the agenda. If any topics arise we want to make sure we are advocating for ourselves, families and the community at large who may not be able to articulate their needs. Some local City links below.
Fore more information if you want to assist in advocating email
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July 16 marks two years since the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline became available nationwide. Even before then, government officials, crisis professionals, and advocates across the country were coordinating and building mental health crisis systems to be ready for this new opportunity. With over 10 million contacts now answered by the 988 Lifeline, and volume expected to keep rising, the work isn’t done!
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NAMI Membership Dues:
Are you Current? Donations and membership are actually tax deductible!
Membership benefits include:
- Our flagship magazine, The NAMI Advocate
- Membership with NAMI National, NAMI California, and our Pomona Valley Affiliate
- Voting privileges
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Discounts at the NAMI Store and on registration at the NAMI National Convention
- Access to all the information and features on the NAMI.org website and more
NAMI National is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We'll send it to you upon successful
completion of your donation.
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NAMI education classes and training programs are held throughout the year. Class seating is limited and fill quickly. Training programs are offered upon availability. Please fill out this contact form to be notified when registration for classes become available or for training program availability.
Support groups will continue as scheduled and info can be
found on our website.
FAMILY 2 FAMILY
Sign Up
"Do you have a loved one living with a mental health condition? Do you have questions about how to support, communicate with and advocate for them? Are you looking for connection with other family members like you? Join us for our next Family to Family class at NAMI Pomona Valley!
For more info and registration contact Kyoni
An 8 week course for family members and caregivers of individuals afflicted with severe mental illness, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression. Teachers are trained family members guided by a curriculum prepared and regularly updated by the national offices of NAMI. The course covers research to date on causes of mental illness, plus treatment and recovery programs as well as communication and coping skills.
To register please call 909-258-9864
Kyoni Cummings
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Hope Starts with You
NAMI Greater Los Angeles County is proud to announce a new relationship with CalHOPE. Together, they have established the CalHOPE Warmline.
This new resource is meant for people who are struggling with their mental health or for the loved ones of those with a mental health condition. The Warmline’s CalHOPE Support Specialists provide empathetic and compassionate emotional support and guidance along with access to behavioral care resources.
The Warmline is available by phone, email, and Live Chat.
Dial 818-208-1801, 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Monday–Friday and
1 p.m.–5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday.
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If you have any questions please feel free
to call the NAMI Pomona Valley Helpline: (909) 399-0305
Available 9am to 9pm
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If you Need Help Reach out
Call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.
1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
Other Resources Check the link below
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NAMI POMONA VALLEY | P.O. Box 53, Pomona, CA 91711
Helpline (909) 399-0305 | Email: admin@namipv.org
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